Official Statements on the Bondi Beach Attack
Official Statement /Media Release from Prime Minsiter Anthony Alabanese
Posted on 14 December,2025 Sydney
Here are the key official statements released by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and details regarding the ongoing NSW Police investigation into the horrific mass shooting at Bondi Beach.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Statement
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was among the first national leaders to address the tragedy, releasing a statement on social media expressing the nation’s profound shock and immediately coordinating with law enforcement.
“The scenes in Bondi are shocking and distressing. Police and emergency responders are on the ground working to save lives.3 My thoughts are with every person affected.
I have just spoken to the AFP Commissioner and the NSW Premier. We are working with NSW Police and will provide further updates as more information is confirmed. I urge people in the vicinity to follow information from the NSW Police.”
The Prime Minister’s initial statement focused on providing reassurance that all levels of government and law enforcement were mobilised, urging the public to follow police directions, and offering condolences.4
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NSW Police Investigation and Updates
As of the latest reports, the New South Wales Police Force (NSWPF) has provided critical updates on the unfolding operation, which remains active:
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Casualty Confirmation: NSW Police have confirmed a death toll of ten people, which includes nine victims and one of the suspected gunmen.6
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Neutralized Threat: Shortly after the initial incident, police advised that the immediate threat had been “neutralised,” though the police operation remains ongoing to secure the vast crime scene and surrounding areas.7
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Detainees: Police confirmed that two people were in custody in relation to the incident.8 Media reports suggest one of these detainees is the second suspected gunman, while the other was killed at the scene.
Motive Assessment: Authorities, including the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and ASIO (Australian Security Intelligence Organisation), are working together to determine a motive. Both the Prime Minister and the AFP Commissioner have stated that it is too early to determine a motive and urged against speculation, though leaders in the Jewish community have indicated they believe the attack was “very deliberate and very targeted” at the Hanukkah event.
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Public Warning: The police force continues to urge the public to AVOID the Bondi Beach area and surrounding suburbs, and to obey ALL police directions.9
The investigation is highly active, with police collecting forensic evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing CCTV footage. Further official details, particularly on the identities and motivations of the attackers, are expected to be released by the NSW Police Commissioner in a formal media briefing soon.
